Stress A-Z

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A SOURCEBOOK FOR FACING EVERYDAY CHALLENGES aAs stress becomes a greater factor in our everyday lives, it is fortuitous to be presented with this very readable, user-friendly compendium." -Delbert H. Meyer, M.D. Topics covered include: # anger, one of the most common sources of stress, which can be put to positive or negatíve use depending on your attitűdé H anniversary reaction, the stress that sometimes occurs on the anniversary of a significant event such as a death or divorce <5§ depression, the most common mentái illness, which can cause feelings of hopelessness, low selfesteem, extreme sadness, and thoughts of suicide # drug therapy, the use of prescription medications such as antidepressants and benzodiazepine drugs to combat mentái illness # life change events such as death, divorce, job loss, marriage, moving, and retirement, including a life change rating scale to measure your chances of a serious stress-related illness # phobias, highly stressful, irrational fears that... Tovább

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A SOURCEBOOK FOR FACING EVERYDAY CHALLENGES aAs stress becomes a greater factor in our everyday lives, it is fortuitous to be presented with this very readable, user-friendly compendium." -Delbert H. Meyer, M.D. Topics covered include: # anger, one of the most common sources of stress, which can be put to positive or negatíve use depending on your attitűdé H anniversary reaction, the stress that sometimes occurs on the anniversary of a significant event such as a death or divorce <5§ depression, the most common mentái illness, which can cause feelings of hopelessness, low selfesteem, extreme sadness, and thoughts of suicide # drug therapy, the use of prescription medications such as antidepressants and benzodiazepine drugs to combat mentái illness # life change events such as death, divorce, job loss, marriage, moving, and retirement, including a life change rating scale to measure your chances of a serious stress-related illness # phobias, highly stressful, irrational fears that can inhibit your life $ the workplace, a common source of stress due to heavy workloads, difficulties with coworkers, and the threat of losing a job to downsizing Cover design by Cathy Rincon Printed in the United States of America Most physicians now recognize the possibility that nearly 80 percent of their patients' complaints could be stressrelated. A guide to understanding the causes, symptoms, health risks, and treatments of stress is more important now than ever before. Stress A-Z provides a comprehensive look at the most common stressors, how they affect your health, and how you can take steps to help yourself. From traffic to telemarketers who call during dinner to loss of a job or a loved one, this is the most complete guide to dealing with the dangers of stress and leading a healthier life. Ada P. Kahn's positive approach to identifying and coping with everyday challenges can help readers relax and reduce the stress in their daily lives. Each entry is written clearly for the generál reader and provides all the information you need to identify your stress and take steps to help yourself or decide if you need Professional treatment. Presented in an accessible A-Z formát, the entries have been reviewed by a medical advisory board and alsó include sources for further reading and information on helpful resources and organizations. Stress A-Z alsó features an extensive bibliography and an index. Ada P. Kahn received her doctorate in public health from The Union Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio, and is the coauthor of three award-winning titles for Facts On File, The A-Z ofWomen's Sexuality, The Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears and Anxieties, and Midlife Health: Every Woman's Guide to Feeling Good. She is currently manager, Community Health Education, Rush North Shore Medical Center in Skokie, Illinois, as well as a fellow of the American Medical Writers Association and a member of the Authors isbn 0-8160-3295-5 Guild and the American Society of Journalists and Authors. She lives in Evanston, Illinois. 9 ,uctojt 978081603295290000 Vissza